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Victorian Burr Walnut Piano Top Davenport
Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors
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£1,850
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Victorian Burr Walnut Piano Top Davenport

19th century
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Superb Victorian burr walnut freestanding piano top pop up davenport having four working drawers and four dummy drawers with original turned walnut knobs. The piano top opens to reveal a pull out adjustable writing slide with original tooled leather writing surface, a fitted pen tray and two small drawers. When the right hand draw is pulled out it has a secret catch which activates the "pop up" mechanism of the davenport which has magnificent fretwork interior having various sections for stationary etc. The carved walnut shaped scroll supports are stunning and stand on a plinth base with turned bun feet. A wonderful piece of history that is still very useful today. In excellent condition with minor wear commensurate with age and use that will look outstanding in any study or office.

Internal Reference:  SAI2753

Physical Dimensions
Height
103cm (40.55")
Width
57cm (22.44")
Depth
57cm (22.44")
Declaration

Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors has dated this Burr Walnut Davenport Desk to the Victorian era.

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SA918206
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SAI2753
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Description
Superb Victorian burr walnut freestanding piano top pop up davenport having four working drawers and four dummy drawers with original turned walnut knobs.
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The piano top opens to reveal a pull out adjustable writing slide with original tooled leather writing surface, a fitted pen tray and two small drawers.
Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors

When the right hand draw is pulled out it has a secret catch which activates the "pop up" mechanism of the davenport which has magnificent fretwork interior having various sections for stationary etc. The carved walnut shaped scroll supports are stunning and stand on a plinth base with turned bun feet. A wonderful piece of history that is still very useful today. In excellent condition with minor wear commensurate with age and use that will look outstanding in any study or office.

Internal Reference:  SAI2753

Height
103cm (40.55")
Width
57cm (22.44")
Depth
57cm (22.44")
Date of Manufacture

Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors has dated this Burr Walnut Davenport Desk to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA918206
Dealers Internal Ref
SAI2753
Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors
Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2017

A family run business , second generation of antique dealers est 1977 with 3 warehouses over 6000 sq ft

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A Victorian burr walnut piano top Davenport desk featuring a carved fretwork gallery, sloped writing lid, scroll front supports, and side-opening drawers.
Victorian Burr Walnut Piano Top Davenport
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A Davenport desk is a small, compact writing desk characterised by a sloped top above a cabinet containing side-opening drawers. The design originated in the late 18th century, named after Captain Davenport who commissioned the first example from Gillows of Lancaster.

Victorian Davenports typically feature timber veneers such as burr walnut, mahogany, or rosewood laid over solid wood frames. Traditional construction details include hand-cut dovetail joints on the side drawers, hand-carved scroll supports, and brass or turned wooden handles.

Authentic piano top Davenports feature a hinged, curved lid concealing a pop-up or stationery compartment that operates via hidden mechanical catches. Look for hand-cut joinery, period-appropriate timber patina, original brass castors, and age-consistent wear on working parts.

A Davenport desk functions as a compact focal point in an entry hall, bedroom alcove, or study nook. Its slim proportions allow it to sit comfortably alongside contemporary seating while offering functional storage for stationery and modern electronic devices.

Dust surfaces regularly with a soft, dry microfibre cloth and apply a high-quality beeswax polish once or twice a year to nourish the veneer. Keep the piece away from direct sunlight and central heating radiators to prevent veneer lifting or surface fading.
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